Which laboratory change is expected in compensated metabolic acidosis?
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Correct answer: Low bicarbonate and low PaCO2
In compensated metabolic acidosis, bicarbonate is low due to the primary disturbance. Respiratory compensation lowers PaCO2 through hyperventilation to partially correct pH.
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